The Caves of Sare Caves and chasms in Sare

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Tuesday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Wednesday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Thursday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Friday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Saturday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Sunday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm

Opens at 02:00 pm

Closing

  • December 24, 2024
  • December 25, 2024
  • January 1, 2025
  • January 6 to February 9, 2025

Useful information

  • Petit Futé
  • Gites de France

Location : In the countryside

Province : Labourd

Services

  • Bank cards accepted
  • Basque spoken
  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • Disable access
  • English spoken
  • Eusko Local currency of the Basque Country
  • Groups
  • Parking
  • Spanish spoken
  • English
    • An original exploration of the underground world!

      20km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, in the heart of a remarkable natural and historical area, lies a prehistoric site where the echoes of a thousand-year-old human adventure vibrate...

      More than just a history or geology lesson, the guided tour of the caves of Sare takes you on a journey in the footsteps of our ancestors, where emotions mingle with the murmurings of the earth. It's a chance to grasp and reconnect with the deep bond that unites us with nature, the source of our beliefs and our cultures.

      The megalithic park and site museum are open to the public and provide an opportunity to add to the knowledge acquired during the guided tour.

      A unique, educational and entertaining experience for young and old alike, to be enjoyed whatever the weather, sheltered and at 14° all year round!


      A protected site:

      The caves of Sare are part of the Natura 2000 network. They are home to a wealth of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the area. Inside the caves, special care and protection is given to some of the site's inhabitants... the bats!


      Relaxation and eating out:

      A picnic area, a bar open all year round and a panoramic dining room (open in summer) are available to enjoy the soothing atmosphere of the site.


      Opening hours 2024 :

      • From 02 to 07 January: daily from 1pm to 5pm.
      • February (from 12), March, November (from 4), December: Monday to Friday from 2pm to 5pm / Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 5pm.
      • From 18 March to 03 November: daily from 10am to 6pm.

      Closing days: 25 December 2024 and 1 January 2025.


      Prices 2024:

      • Adults : €10
      • Children (aged 5 to 13): €6
      • Teenager (14 - 17 years) / Student : €8.50
      • Family Pass: €32 (2 adults and 3 children paying on site)

      Reduced rates for people with disabilities and for groups of more than 15 people.


      Bookings:

      Given the limited number of people per visit, advance booking is compulsory.

      Reservations can be made online or at one of the 19 tourist offices of the Basque Country Tourist Office.


      PLEASE NOTE :

      Animals, pushchairs and photos/videos are not permitted in the cave.

      For full information, visit the website: www.grottesdesare.fr

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Traveller Reviews The Caves of Sare

4.4 sur 5 5510 reviews

  • Dominique Girard

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Dominique Girard on 08/12/2024

    Nous avons passé un bon moment avec guide très sympathique

  • Quino

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Quino on 07/12/2024

    Muy bonitas, las descubrimos hace años y hemos ido a visitarlas varias veces, sim duda para repetir

  • Anjoloca

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Anjoloca on 07/12/2024

    Una cueva divertida, fácil de ver y de comprender losmorigenes de esta tierra. Recomendable para todo el mundo. Accesibilidad total menos a la primera planta. La guía de 10.

Traveller Reviews The Caves of Sare

4.0 sur 5 1046 reviews

  • "Interesting anthropological history"

    3 / 5 Reviews posted by lottevdv (Utrecht, The Netherlands) on 19/08/2024

    Nice caves that can be accessed with tours in French, Spanish or Basque. The caves have a very interesting (anthropological) history and the guide on my tour was particularly knowledgeable. There is...

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  • "The place needs more English signs"

    2 / 5 Reviews posted by 05_Rose3 (Ace, Texas) on 22/11/2023

    The leaflets and signages in English are not adequate. It is a very cold place that needs double jacketed visitors.

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  • "Nature's own artistic work"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by John D (Strasbourg, France) on 12/06/2023

    Well organised with capable guide. Site of geological interest with magnificent rock formations, well illuminated and competently explained. Thank you for a pleasant visit.

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The Caves of Sare

Address

Grottes de Sare
64310 Sare

GPS coordinates

43° 16'6.85"N, 1° 34'15.97"W

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